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Alton Smith III sentenced to 6 yrs

An Olney man pleaded guilty to burglary and drug charges in exchange for a six-year sentence in the Texas Department of Criminal Justice, jail records showed. Alton Everett Smith III, 35, a registered sex offender, was arrested multiple times on burglary and drug possession charges in Olney and Graham, jail records showed. He was being held on more than $90,000 bond.

Chief Birbeck talks jail, immigration as Young County Sheriff candidate

Chief Birbeck talks jail, immigration as Young County Sheriff candidate

Olney Police Chief Dan Birbeck announced he will run for Young County Sheriff against incumbent Travis Babcock. If he wins the March 5, 2024 Republican primary, Chief Birbeck would become the first Young County Sheriff to reside in Olney. This is the second in a series of talks with the candidates about County law enforcement issues.

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